Tag Archives: budgeting
Playing Catch-Up
To reach their retirement goals, Lee and Tayo Ferguson must save more and spend less
Lee and Tayo Ferguson have all the trappings of middle-class success: two stable careers, a…
By Carolyn M. Brown
Doing What You Love
To follow his newfound passion for teaching, William Hampton must learn to live on a smaller income
Last year, William Hampton, 27, decided that he’d rather shape young minds than build automobiles.…
By Jason Evers Roberson
How Badly Do You Want Financial Freedom?
If you talk the talk, but will not walk the walk, I've got news for you: freedom ain't free
Each week, we get e-mails and letters from people who tell us they are determined…
By Alfred Edmond, Jr.
3 Ways to Organize Your Financial Life
Expert tips on creating a simple savings strategy for your short, mid, and long-term financial goals
Expert tips on creating a simple savings strategy for your short, mid, and long-term financial…
By LaToya M. Smith
Websites That Save You Money
Buzzillions features consumer reviews of a wide range of products. You can get helpful feedback…
By Sheiresa Ngo
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A New Financial Game Plan
While overcoming a debt setback, Jennifer Norman is on the right track to reducing her taxes and maximizing her investments
Norman’s debt struggles are typical of many young college graduates. The misuse of credit cards…
By Carolyn M. Brown
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Thrifty Family Living
Terry and Tyra Johnson stick to a few simple practices to cut expenses and save more money
One of the first big changes Terry made: “We used to get large tax refunds…
By Glenn Townes
Marriage and Money: Getting on the Same Page
Lateshia Woodley and Alex Kelly must �balance their contrasting money styles to budget their finances and grow their assets
Lateshia Woodley, 35, and Alex Kelly, 33, of Ellenwood, Georgia, have come a long way.…
By Carolyn M. Brown
50 Power Moves to Improve Your Life
Sure-fire ways to advance your finances, career, small business and lifestyle
Sure-fire ways to advance your finances, career, small business and lifestyle
By BLACK ENTERPRISE Editors
Save More of Your Money!
Simple steps to help you stash more cash
Last week was America Saves Week, but it’s our mission to tell you how to…
